Total Trust

I Peter 5:7 "Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you."

We have been looking forward to 32 weeks for awhile. It seems like a milestone of sorts.  When we discussed the coming weeks with our doctor, he mentioned that we would have a sonogram for a biophysical profile at 32 weeks.  A biophysical profile is a test they put baby through to make sure everything looks ok.  This is what they look at:

Biophysical Attribute	Normal	Abnormal
Breathing	1 breathing episode within 30 minutes	No breathing episodes within 30 minutes
Movement	2 or more movements within 30 minutes	less than 2 movements within 30 minutes
Muscle Tone	1 or more episodes of active extension/flexion of limbs, etc. (i.e. opening and closing a hand).	Slow extension/flexion of limbs, partially open fetal hand, etc
Heart Rate	2 or more episodes of reactive heart rate acceleration within 20 min	1 or more episodes of unreactive heart rate acceleration
Amniotic Fluid	1 or more adequate pockets of fluid	Either no pockets or inadequate pockets of fluid

So we have been hoping and praying that Cohen will pass his test! I was already nervous, but then we learned that we will actually be having a sonogram every week from here on out to do a biophysical profile. He needs to pass 7 times!  Although these tests cause me a little anxiety, I am so glad we are checking up on our little one like this and are able to take all of these precautions.  If there is something wrong, I want to know!
Our first bpp sonogram was yesterday.  They allow 30 minutes total to see all these things.  I was excited to take a peak at Cohen again, but as he gets bigger it is difficult to tell what everything is!  He was fairly active yesterday, so we saw him moving and kicking and breathing. We were even able to see a little bit of hair on his little head.  They estimate he weighs 4 pounds, 11 ounces already.  Overall, he is measuring 10 days ahead.  Also, the verdict remains that he is still a boy!  So no frantically changing the nursery decor! I tried to ask as many questions as I could, but after about ten minutes we were done and he had passed! Praise the Lord! We will continue to pray that he passes his following tests.
After each sonogram, we will wait and have a follow-up appointment with the doctor.  The last few times in the waiting room with Chris have been fairly boring since he generally ends up dozing off.  At that point, I monitor snoring, gaping mouth, or sudden jerky movements that would cause his elbow to fall off the arm rest. Other than that, I usually let him be.  It would take a lot of energy on my part to keep him alert and awake.  Although, the previously mentioned receptionist can jilt Chris awake momentarily with one word!
Yesterday, I completely surprised our doctor by saying I didn't think I had one question for him this time. He responded by saying, "The appointment isn't over yet!" When the doctor was listening to Cohen's heart beat with his doppler, Chris asked him if he had had it inspected recently. I gave Chris the weirdest look.  Chris' mind fascinates me. So selectively detail-oriented, he is! I guess Chris had noticed the date for re-inspection was about now and wanted to make sure the instrument the ob was using was up to snuff.  Our doctor laughed and replied that indeed he had had it inspected.  Probably the first time he was asked about that!
While we eagerly await Cohen's arrival, we also pray and trust that he will come in God's perfect timing.  We want him to be fully grown and perfect. I want him here now, but know it is better that he stays in the "oven" for awhile longer while he grows stronger and acquires more skills. It has been a long 8 months, but will be more than worth it for a lifetime of joy this little guy, our miracle, will bring us.